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Generation A group of people born within a short period of time, typically during the same year or decade. ■ The 1960s were known for their unique sense of style and rebellion. That's why they're often referred to as the "hippie generation."
heritage The funny things passed down from generation to generation in a family. ■ "I come from a long line of sarcastic joke-tellers, and my sense of humor is a cherished family heritage."
Traditions A long-standing practice or custom that is passed down from generation to generation. ■ "The annual Christmas Eve dinner at my grandma's house is a tradition we look forward to every year. But when I accidentally spilled gravy on her priceless white tablecloth, I realized that traditions can be both cherished and disastrous."
automotive The study of vehicles and their operation, with a focus on safety and efficiency. ■ "I'm majoring in automotive engineering because I want to design the next generation of electric cars that don't pollute the air or break down."
Eighties The decade of excess, where people wore big hair, bright colors, and bell-bottoms. Also known as the "me" generation. ■ "I can't believe I let my hair fall in the eighties. It was a disaster!
generations A group of individuals who have lived for a very long time, typically several centuries or more. ■ The dinosaurs were a generation of creatures that lived millions of years ago.
Genetically Adjective<definition en="Having or derived from the same genetic material as a specific organism, such as a parent or sibling. Also used to describe traits that are inherited from one generation to the next."></?>
hereditary Something that is passed down from one generation to the next, often through DNA. ■ "Her husband's terrible sense of humor was hereditary, and she couldn't help but cringe every time he told a joke."
lore a collection of knowledge or traditions passed down from one generation to the next ■ "My grandma's lore is filled with stories about her time as a witch in Salem.
Bloodline The line of descent from one generation to the next, as determined by the flow of blood. ■ "I'm not a part of the royal bloodline, but I still like to claim my throne every time they make a terrible decision."
Genetic A type of inheritance that involves the transmission of traits from one generation to the next, determined by the unique combination of genetic material in each individual. ■ "I can't believe my brother inherited his dad's stupid sense of humor. It must be genetic."
spawned To give birth to, produce, or create something that is so mediocre or uninspired that it makes you want to vomit in your own mouth. ■ After watching the new season of Friends, I realized that my favorite character had spawned a new, equally terrible spin-off show called "Joey Tribbiani: The Next Generation".
Tradition The practice, beliefs, customs, and behaviors that are passed down from one generation to the next. ■ "For centuries, my family has followed the tradition of eating turkey on Thanksgiving. But this year, we decided to break the cycle and try something new - like a vegan feast!